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The C.H.E.R.I.S.H. Program

The CHERISH program is an innovative new sheltering program designed to expand the activities of the Elder Response Team, and is made possible through funding from the Hewitt Foundation.

Providing a safe place for abused seniors to stay is the central goal of the CHERISH program. By partnering with assisted living communities, retirement homes, and skilled nursing facilities, CHERISH is able to provide a safe environment, as well as ensure that clients receive nourishing meals, medication management , and assistance with activities of daily living if required.

In addition, CHERISH offers counseling services, and facilitates access to support services, medical assistance, housing, financial resources, and support groups. In cases where an arrest has taken place, CHERISH advocates with the court system to ensure that the family is provided with a comprehensive system of care. When appropriate, support is also provided to the caregiver or offending family member so that the family can heal and learn healthy coping, communication, and life skills.

 

 

 

CHERISH...

C aring

H ome for

E lderly

R eceiving

I nsight

S afety and

H ealing 

 

   


Participating Agencies...

In addition to the Elder Response Team Member Agencies, the following are participating CHERISH Program agencies:

Benchmark Assisted Living
www.Benchmarkquality.com

South Central CT Agency On Aging
www.agencyonagining-scc.org

Western CT Agency On Aging
www.wcaaa.org

Brighton Gardens of Woodbridge
http://www.sunriseseniorliving.com

Home Care Services by EAC Chores and More
http://www.eacchoresandmore.com

Connecticut In-Home Care Assistance
www.cthomecare.com

 


Contact Us...

24–Hour Confidential Hotline:
203-736-9944

Phone:
203-736-2601

E-mail:
jramia@bghealth.org

Mailing Address:
The CHERISH Program
c/o The Umbrella
P.O. Box 658
435 East Main Street
Ansonia, CT 06401

 

 

   


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